Bras Arme
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As a fully matured distilled spirit, Hennessy Bras Armé is bottled at its peak and does not improve with further bottle aging. It is ready to be enjoyed immediately upon release and will remain stable indefinitely when stored properly.
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Rich dark chocolate desserts, aged cheeses such as Gouda or Comté, and cured meats or charcuterie boards.
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Hennessy Bras Armé represents a legendary chapter in the history of Cognac. The name 'Bras Armé'—meaning 'armed arm'—refers to the iconic mailed fist clutching a battleaxe depicted on the Hennessy family coat of arms, a symbol of the founder Richard Hennessy's military service. Introduced in the mid-19th century when Maurice Hennessy created the star-based classification system, Bras Armé became the definitive 'Three Star' Cognac, a precursor to the modern VS (Very Special). Crafted primarily from Ugni Blanc grapes harvested across the Cognac region's diverse crus, this historic blend is double-distilled in traditional copper Charentais stills and matured in Limousin oak casks. It is celebrated for its vibrant, robust character, showcasing notes of toasted oak, fresh orchard fruits, warm spices, and a subtle floral elegance that captures the classic spirit of the Charente.
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Founded in 1765 by Irish officer Richard Hennessy in the historic town of Cognac, France, Hennessy has grown to become the world's most celebrated Cognac house. Headquartered on the banks of the Charente River along Rue de la Richonne, the house is renowned for its centuries-old blending heritage, famously guided by eight generations of master blenders from the Fillioux family. Utilizing traditional double-distillation in copper Charentais alembic stills, Hennessy ages its precious eaux-de-vie in French oak casks sourced from the Limousin forest to develop unparalleled complexity and depth. The estate's legendary portfolio is defined by iconic expressions such as the VSOP Privilège, the pioneering XO Cognac—a category first created by Maurice Hennessy in 1870—and the exquisite, ultra-premium Hennessy Paradis.